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Dive into one of the country’s best-kept secrets on this Iceland scuba diving tour in Davidsgja Fissure. This 3-hour adventure takes certified divers through a dramatic underwater canyon hidden inside the Golden Circle's Thingvellir National Park.
While Silfra Fissure is world-famous, Davidsgja is beloved by local divers for its wilder, moodier feel. If you want a more exclusive dive away from the crowds, this Iceland scuba diving tour is the perfect choice.
Your experience begins at the meeting point in Thingvellir National Park, part of the famous Golden Circle sightseeing route. From there, it’s just a short 10-minute walk to Davidsgja.
At the entry point, your guide will provide a full briefing and help you gear up, making sure you feel comfortable and ready. You’ll do a weight check before entering the water, an important step to ensure your dive is balanced and safe. Your guide will assist you if adjustments are needed for your gear and equipment.
To join this tour, divers must present an open water certification (PADI or equivalent) and either a dry suit certification or proof of 10 logged dry suit dives within the last two years.
With everything checked and ready, you will descend from the entry point and swim into the deep canyons of Davidsgja.
The dive itself is where Davidsgja truly shines. The fissure reaches a depth of up to 69 feet (21 meters), with visibility often exceeding 328 feet (100 meters). As you glide between towering lava walls and along narrow corridors, you’ll see why many divers describe the experience as both peaceful and thrilling.
Unlike Silfra, where you enter at a shallow depth, the top of Davidsgja lies about 23 feet (7 meters) below the surface. This means divers begin their dive deeper in the fissure, where trout are often spotted swimming alongside divers as curious companions.
Another key difference is the atmosphere. While Silfra is famous for its bright colors and predictably clear water, Davidsgja has earned the nickname “Silfra’s wilder sibling.” Conditions can change depending on the weather, giving each dive a slightly different character.
For adventurous divers, this unpredictability makes the fissure even more appealing. The water here is also a little warmer than Silfra, which adds comfort without sacrificing the crystal-clear visibility.
Once you exit the water, your guide will help you out of your gear before serving hot chocolate and cookies to warm up. This final moment is the perfect chance to relax, chat about the highlights of your dive before wrapping up your Iceland scuba diving adventure.
Discover an underrated dive site inside Thingvellir National Park with this Iceland scuba diving tour in Davidsgja Fissure. Check availability now by choosing a date.
